Theory of Welding

Basic subject for Master's degree, focused on welding. Students become acquainted with the principle of the welded joint creation during fusion and solid-state welding and with the importance of thermal cycles and their influence on the structure and properties of welded joints. The course contains basic principles of cracks creation in welded joints and theoretical knowledge about the weldability of different types of materials. Subject included also theoretical background of soldering and brazing. Students will also be informed about welding of heterogeneous materials, welding of cast irons and cast steels, non-ferrous metals and plastics.